Sun Gun Telescope
Encyclopedia
Sun Gun Telescope, as featured in the August 1999 issue of Scientific American
Magazine, was designed so that large groups of people can view the sun
safely - in particular it was created as a way to encourage children to become interested in astronomy
. With this safe and portable device, both amateur science enthusiasts and professionals alike can observe sun spot
s.
Bruce Hegerberg designed the Sun Gun from a 60mm dia. 900mm fl. optical tube which is mounted inside a 3" PVC which is in turn connected to a 20" plastic flower planter. A rear projection screen is then mounted on the top of the flower planter. The entire Sun Gun can be made from items that are easily found at most local hardware store
s. The scope itself is an inexpensive 60mm refractor available many sources. Full plans and assembly information are available for free at the Sun Gun website http://www.sunguntelescope.com
Scientific American
Scientific American is a popular science magazine. It is notable for its long history of presenting science monthly to an educated but not necessarily scientific public, through its careful attention to the clarity of its text as well as the quality of its specially commissioned color graphics...
Magazine, was designed so that large groups of people can view the sun
Sun
The Sun is the star at the center of the Solar System. It is almost perfectly spherical and consists of hot plasma interwoven with magnetic fields...
safely - in particular it was created as a way to encourage children to become interested in astronomy
Astronomy
Astronomy is a natural science that deals with the study of celestial objects and phenomena that originate outside the atmosphere of Earth...
. With this safe and portable device, both amateur science enthusiasts and professionals alike can observe sun spot
Sun SPOT
Sun SPOT is a wireless sensor network mote developed by Sun Microsystems. The device is built upon the IEEE 802.15.4 standard...
s.
Bruce Hegerberg designed the Sun Gun from a 60mm dia. 900mm fl. optical tube which is mounted inside a 3" PVC which is in turn connected to a 20" plastic flower planter. A rear projection screen is then mounted on the top of the flower planter. The entire Sun Gun can be made from items that are easily found at most local hardware store
Hardware store
Hardware stores, sometimes known as DIY stores, sell household hardware including: fasteners, hand tools, power tools, keys, locks, hinges, chains, plumbing supplies, electrical supplies, cleaning products, housewares, tools, utensils, paint, and lawn and garden products directly to consumers for...
s. The scope itself is an inexpensive 60mm refractor available many sources. Full plans and assembly information are available for free at the Sun Gun website http://www.sunguntelescope.com
External links
- Sun Gun Homepage http://www.sunguntelescope.com
- Top Gun http://www.vandenberg.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123028352
- Scientific American http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=sun-of-a-gun